For years, residents of Vellore, Ranipet, Ambur, and surrounding districts have travelled to Chennai or Bengaluru to catch a flight. That is set to change with the long-awaited revival of the Vellore Airport at Abdullapuram, located just about 5 kilometers from the city. While the airport is not yet operational for commercial flights, infrastructure work is largely complete and final regulatory clearances are in progress. Here is a clear, up-to-date look at where things stand and why these matters for the region.
Where Is the Vellore Airport?
The airport is located in Abdullapuram, off the Chennai-Bengaluru highway, roughly 5 km West of Vellore city. It is well-connected to VIT University, Christian Medical College (CMC), and the Ranipet industrial belt, making it strategically placed to serve students, medical tourists, business travellers, and residents across northern Tamil Nadu.
Key Specifications and Infrastructure
Built under the Central Government’s UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) Regional Connectivity Scheme, the Vellore Airport project has received significant investment, with around ₹59 crore allocated specifically for its development. Here are the key details:
- Total Area: approximately 97 acres, with plans for a further 66-acre expansion
- Runway: 850 metres long, 30 metres wide, suitable for 19–20 seater regional aircraft
- Terminal Building: complete, with passenger waiting facilities, basic amenities, and a cargo terminal
Current Status: Where Things Stand
Construction is largely complete and the airport is currently awaiting final regulatory approval before commercial operations can begin.
Planned Routes from Vellore Airport
When operations begin, the airport will initially handle small regional aircraft seating around 19 passengers. The first set of routes proposed under the UDAN scheme connect Vellore to:
- Chennai
- Bengaluru
- Tirupati and other regional destinations
These routes will significantly cut travel time for the lakhs of students, patients, and professionals who currently rely on a 130 km road journey to Chennai for air connectivity.
What This Means for Real Estate in Vellore
An operational airport tends to be a turning point for any tier-2 city. Improved connectivity attracts businesses, tourism, and skilled professionals, all of which strengthen long-term housing demand. Areas such as Abdullapuram, Katpadi, Sathuvachari, Ranipet, and Ambur are well-positioned to benefit, given their proximity to the airport and existing infrastructure.
For buyers exploring options in the Vellore region, here is how some of B&B Properties’ ongoing projects sit in relation to the new airport:
| Project | Type | Distance from New Vellore Airport |
| B&B Westend Villas | Plotted Development | 9.17 KM |
| Spring Valley | Senior Citizen Villa | 15.7 KM |
| B&B Windchimes (Plotted) | Villa Layout & Plots | 24.3 KM |
| B&B Windchimes (Apartments) | 2/3/4 BHK & Duplexes | 24.3 KM |
| B&B Mayflower Enclave | Plotted Development | 27.6 KM |
| Golden River | Plotted Development | 28.7 KM |
Among these, B&B Westend Villas sits closest to the airport at just 9.17 km, followed by B&B Spring Valley at 15.7 km. Even before commercial flights begin, this anticipated connectivity has begun to influence buyer interest in DTCP and RERA-approved layouts across the Vellore region. For homebuyers and long-term investors, this is a window worth understanding before broader market awareness pushes prices higher.
Looking to Invest in Vellore Real Estate?
B&B Properties has been developing DTCP and RERA-approved residential projects across Vellore, Ranipet, and Yelagiri for several years. If you would like to understand which areas and projects align with your goals, our team is happy to walk you through the current options at a time that suits you.
